Fish Passage Survey Aerial Imagery Review Locations of Interest [U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service]
Description
The feature class 'Fish Passage Survey Aerial Imagery Review Locations of Interest' was developed specifically for fish passage survey practitioners to effectively document various key features along streams that are crucial for fish passage assessments. It enables practitioners to record essential elements identified through reviewing aerial imagery such as beaver dams, dams, bridges, stream fords, road crossings, fencing, and unidentified structures that may be of interest during fish passage surveys. This specialized feature class enhances the ability to comprehensively assess aquatic environments by cataloging potential barriers and infrastructure that could affect fish movement and habitat connectivity. By utilizing this feature class, survey practitioners can systematically gather and analyze critical data to inform management and conservation efforts aimed at promoting healthy aquatic ecosystems and supporting fish populations. The detailed documentation facilitated by Imagery Review Locations of Interest contributes to informed decision-making and targeted surveys to enhance fish passage and habitat restoration initiatives.Please note: Prior to surveying, it is up to the individuals using this map to ensure they're abiding by local, state, and federal laws to access survey locations of interest. Many of the locations are on private lands and the surveyor must receive permission prior to surveying. Surveying of locations on public lands often requires permission, such as a special use permit, prior to accessing and surveying the property.
Department of the Interior (2024). Fish Passage Survey Aerial Imagery Review Locations of Interest [U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service]. . https://gis-fws.opendata.arcgis.com/datasets/fws::fish-passage-survey-aerial-imagery-review-locations-of-interest (dataset)